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Welcome to City Of Burlington Police Department
The City of Burlington Police Department is Accredited through the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police. Our Department strives to be a model Law Enforcement Agency through commitment to excellence and partnerships with our community. With core values of Integrity, Professionalism and Service we will continue to enhance the quality for all residents of the City of Burlington.
Our Mission Statement
The mission of the City of Burlington Police Division is to ensure the best quality of life for our citizens through partnerships with the community, enforcement of the law, and the provision of a safe environment. We will act professionally, and ensure that all officers conduct themselves with the highest level of moral and ethical standards.
Straight to Treatment
It is a program created to help those that are caught in the powerful grip of addiction and substance abuse – but would like to break free – with the opportunity to be connected to a program to assist them with overcoming their addiction. You do NOT need insurance to participate.
Volunteers of America Delaware Valley (VOADV) is a local affiliate of national, non-profit organization, Volunteers of America, and provides essential services to our community’s most vulnerable individuals. Each year, we serve more than 13,000 individuals throughout the southern New Jersey and Philadelphia region and operates more than 40 high quality, outcome-driven assistance programs – from homelessness, reentry, veteran’s assistance and affordable housing services to specialized programs for individuals with addiction, traumatic brain injury and/or intellectual disabilities.
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NATIONAL POLICE WEEK 2023
NATIONAL POLICE WEEK 2023: HONORING AND REMEMBERING OUR FALLEN LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS Again, this year, communities across the United States will honor and remember those law enforcement officers who made the ultimate sacrifice, as well as the family members, friends, and fellow officers they left behind. This year, the names of 556 officers killed in the line of duty are being added to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in Washington, DC. These 556 officers include 224 officers who were killed during 2022, plus 332 officers who died in previous years, but whose stories of sacrifice had been lost to history until now. Please help us in honoring these heroes, not only this week but everyday. For more information about National Police Week, please visit https://nleomf.org/policeweek
Upcoming Road Maintenance ( 5/10 and 5/11)
**** ATTENTION **** On Wednesday, 5/10/23 there will be NO PARKING on St. Mary Street from Broad Street to Federal Street, between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. due to road maintenance. On Thursday, 5/11/23 there will be NO PARKING on York Street from Broad Street to Federal Street, between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. due to road maintenance. Please plan accordingly. Thank you!
Happy Cinco de Mayo!
Planning a fiesta for Cinco de Mayo? If you’re celebrating tonight, it doesn’t matter what term you use - buzzed, stoned, drunk, or high – you should never get behind the wheel impaired. #DriveSober #buzzeddrivingisdrunkdriving
Congratulations Lieutenant Caruso!
The City of Burlington Police Department would like to congratulate Lieutenant Joseph Caruso for being honored as our 2023 Trenton Thunder Hometown Hero. Lt. Caruso started his career as a police officer in 1987 as a Special Reserve Officer within the City of Burlington. In 1995, he was hired full-time and was later awarded "Officer of the Year." In 2002, he was assigned to the Detective Bureau. In 2003, he was awarded the Burlington County Prosecutor's Office "Pro-Cops" award for combating the drug and violent crimes throughout the county. In 2005, he was promoted to the rank of Sergeant where he supervised the Pro-Active Enforcement Unit and Gang Taskforce. Caruso supervised the SWAT Team and was the lead Firearms Instructor for the City of Burlington Police Department. Lt. Caruso is currently the commander of the Criminal Investigation Division. Come out and support Lt. Caruso and the rest of the Hometown Heroes June 22nd at 6 PM, at the Trenton Thunder Ballpark. Please contact Detective Will Lancenese at (609)386-0262 ext. 218 for tickets priced [...]
Please consider helping a Burlington City High School student in need. 💙
Please consider helping a Burlington City High School student in need. my.bethematch.org/bluedevilone
Youth Police Academy 2022
Please join the City of Burlington Police Department as we team up with the Edgewater Park Police Department for our 1st Youth Police Academy. This academy is open to students ages 12-17 (residents of the City of Burlington and Edgewater Park). The Youth Police Academy will run from August 1st - August 5th. Please download the below application and return by July 8, 2022. All completed applications can either be dropped off to the City of Burlington Police Department, 525 High Street, Burlington, or emailed to jpennacchi@burlingtonnj.us. YPA BCPD EPPD Application 2022
April is Autism Awareness Month
There are so many ways to recognize Autism Awareness Month, and The City of Burlington Police Department is excited to announce a seat belt cover program alerting first responders that the wearer is on the Autism spectrum and may respond to aiding emergency responders with resistance. The seatbelt covers are blue with the words, "I have Autism" Elliot Ferrell was kind enough to model of the seat belt covers for the police department. The seat belt covers are available for pick up at the police station.
News Release – Welcome K9 Sully (Therapy and Emotional Support K9)
NEWS RELEASE April 7, 2022 BCPD K-9 Unit Opens Another Chapter in Community Policing Burlington, NJ - City of Burlington School District Superintendent Dr. John Russell and Chief John Fine proudly announce the arrival and implementation of K-9 Sully, a Therapy and Emotional Support Dog, who will be assigned to the School District to assist students and staff within the district. The effort began in coordination with Jacquelene O’Brien, Director of Child Study Team and Pupil Personnel Services, acknowledging a need to support several students in the school district while overcoming numerous obstacles to include the COVID-19 Pandemic and getting adapted back to in person learning. Director O’Brien said, “Through observing community policing, I have witnessed the positive impact police dogs have on the communities in which they serve. Knowing the effects animals have on promoting social interaction and the tremendous benefits of animal therapy, I just knew that K9 Sully would be the perfect fit in the Burlington City School District. By having a full-time therapy dog in the school setting, we are [...]
